Michael Monahan's craftsmanship in building our home was nothing short of exceptional. From the foundation to the final touches, Michael demonstrated a level of expertise, dedication, and attention to detail that truly set him apart in the construction industry. Our journey with Michael began with clear, open communication about our vision for our dream home. He listened intently, offering insightful suggestions that enhanced our initial ideas without straying from our core desires. His ability to translate our dreams into reality was remarkable. The quality of construction was evident from the start. Michael's team worked with precision, ensuring that every wall was straight, every floor level, and every detail was executed with care. The structural integrity of our home is a testament to his commitment to excellence. He didn't just build a house; he created a sanctuary designed to last for generations. One of the standout aspects of working with Michael was his proactive approach to problem-solving. When challenges arose, as they inevitably do in construction, Michael was quick to find solutions that maintained the integrity of the design and the timeline of the project. His foresight in planning and his hands-on involvement ensured that we avoided many potential issues. Michael's dedication extended beyond the construction phase. His follow-up after the project was completed showed his vested interest in our satisfaction and the longevity of his work. Any minor adjustments or questions we had were addressed promptly, demonstrating his commitment to customer service long after the last nail was driven. The home Michael built for us is not only beautiful but also energy-efficient, thanks to his knowledge of sustainable building practices. The thoughtful placement of windows for natural light, the choice of insulation, and the overall design for airflow are just a few examples of how he incorporated environmental considerations into the build. IMichael Monahan is more than a contractor; he's an artist in construction. His passion, skill, and integrity shine through in every aspect of our home. If you're looking for someone who will not just build your house but also craft your home with care, professionalism, and an eye for detail, Michael Monahan is the builder you need. Thank you, Michael, for building a home that we will cherish for a lifetime. read more

We recently had the pleasure of working with Michael Monahan and his team at Monahan Design Build, along with Ingruids Designs, for the construction and interior design of our new home. From the very beginning, Michael and his wife demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to craftsmanship, creativity, and customer satisfaction that truly set them apart. The process began with Michael's keen understanding of our vision. He listened intently, offering insights that not only met but exceeded our expectations. His expertise in design-build was evident as he seamlessly blended architectural innovation with functional design, ensuring that every detail was both aesthetically pleasing and practical for our daily living. The construction phase was a testament to Michael's leadership and the skill of his team. The work was executed with precision, and the attention to detail was remarkable. Michael was always on-site, overseeing operations, which gave us confidence in the quality of the build. His hands-on approach meant that any concerns or changes were addressed promptly and thoughtfully. Ingruids Designs, led by Michael's wife, brought an artistic flair to our home's interior. The design choices were both sophisticated and warm, creating spaces that felt uniquely ours. The collaboration between Monahan Design Build and Ingruids Designs was fluid, resulting in a cohesive look that flowed from the exterior architecture to the last piece of furniture placed inside. Throughout the project, communication was clear and consistent. Michael made sure we were informed at every stage, which alleviated any stress and kept us excited about the progress. His professionalism was matched only by his passion for his work, which was infectious and made the entire experience enjoyable. The final product is a home that not only meets our needs but also reflects our personality and lifestyle. It's a space where we feel both proud and comfortable, thanks to the dedication and talent of Michael Monahan and his team. We highly recommend Monahan Design Build and Ingruids Designs to anyone looking for a home that is not just built, but crafted with love and expertise. Michael and his wife have not just built us a house; they've created a home where memories will be made for generations. Thank you for turning our dream into reality with such grace and excellence. read more

We used MJ Monahan Builders this past year to add a 1700 sq.ft. addition and renovation to our home. Michael Monahan's wife Ingrid is alos a interior decorator whom he includes in the project. He included 12 hours of her designer services which was a huge help with picking plumbing fixtures, tile, paint colors etc. The other great thing was that Ingrid and Michael gave us contractor pricing on everything. The name of her company is Ingrids designs. Shes great as well. We started our project by meeting and hiring Michael in the very beggining. He handled everything from the architectural drawings, cival drawings and permits. The great thing about hiring Michael from the begging was that we were able to build our project to our budget. For instance in the design process were were able to make educated dissions like basement vs crawl space, masonry fireplace vs prefab , 400 sq ft great room vs 600. This was super helpful. I would also like to say that we had no change orders except for the items we added or changed. The design process took about 2 months. The permit process in Radnor was the worst part. Radnor held us up for almost 3 months with back and forth with the cival engineer. Even though we were removing more inpervious than we were adding they still made us do water retention. The construction from start to finish took about 5 and a half months. Michael finishes strong as well. All the punch list items were taken care of, even items that we didn't care about were still taken care of. Michael Monahan and his workers are all complete gentleman. We have 3 small children so it was very important to us to have good honorable workers in our home. I never heard any profanity, loud music or anything. The other great thing is that he dosent allow smoking on the job site. So we never smelt cigerete smoke ever. We are super happy and we are so glad we chose to go with Michael Monahan and his company. My friend ask me if i had it to do over again would I do this kind of project and go with Mr Monahan. The answer would be absolutely yes!! We are super happy. Thanks again Mr Monahan!! Job well done!!! :) read more

We hired Michael Monahan of Monahan Design Build and his wife Ingrid Monahan from Ingrids designs and wow, what a great experience!!! Imagine you could bottle up expertise, creativity, and sheer dedication, then uncork it into your home renovation project. That's Monahan Design Build and Ingrids designs did. From the moment I stepped into their world, I was enveloped in a process that felt less like a renovation and more like an artful transformation. Their team didn't just hear my vision; they embraced it, refined it, and brought it to life with a finesse that's rare in this industry. Every detail was considered, every decision was thoughtful, and every step was executed with a level of craftsmanship that's nothing short of masterful. The project management was like watching a symphony conductor at work, with each element of the build playing in harmony, never missing a beat. What sets Monahan's apart is their ability to blend innovation with timeless design. They didn't just build; they created an environment that feels both luxurious and lived-in, a space that's uniquely mine yet universally appealing. Their communication was not just professional; it was empathetic. They understood my concerns, anticipated my needs, and addressed them with solutions that were both practical and elegant. The result? A home that doesn't just meet but exceeds every expectation I had. It's not just a place to live; it's a testament to what happens when passion meets precision in the hands of true artisans. If you're dreaming of a home that reflects your personality, your lifestyle, and your aspirations, look no further. Monahan Design Build and Ingrids Designs doesn't just build homes; they craft legacies. They've turned my house into a masterpiece, and I'm not just a client; I'm a lifelong fan!!!! read more

We had a great experiince with MJ Monahan Builders. Our project took about 5 months from start to finish. We met with the owner Michael Monaghan first and we felt super comfortable with him because he had done additions for several of our neighbors. He got us started with his architect which and worked with us though the design process so we were able to do our addition and renovation to our budget. The drawings took about 2 months to complete and the permits took another 2 months to receive unfortunately. The Township of Radnor was the worst experience of our project. Wish we could write a review on Radnor Township and their building department. Radnor Twp is horrible anti builder and anti home owner improving their homes. Once we finally got the permit the project took about 5 months to complete. We added a family room, kitchen, mudroom and master bedroom addition and remodeled about half of our existing home. We lived though the addition/renovation to our home and were super comfortable with Michael and all his workers. Everyone was very nice and professional. Michael also installed a temporary kitchen in our dining room which included a sink, dish washer and hot plates which he provided. That was awesome. He also boarded up and insulted for sound all doorways berween us and the work going on . He also built a temporary stairs on the outside of the house to access the 2nd floor addition. Michael Monahan was so great to keep our family isolated from the work, dust and noise. I would strongly recommend MJ Monahan Builders for a addition/ renovation. We are super happy with Michael Monahan and his team!!!:) read more

"Great Job" This past year we hired MJ Monahan Builders to do our addition and renovation. The job entailed completely gutting our existing house and we added approximately 1800 square feet to our home plus a 3 car garage. The job took about 5 and a half months. Were stayed in the house for about the first 5 weeks when they were doing the outside foundations and framing. After the 5th week we moved out to Devon properties which has a great month to month program. Mike and his team were great to work with. He also recommended us a architect which was a great help. Mike stayed involved through the design phase which was a big help so that we were able to build our home to our budget. So that helped lessen the design time so we didn't have to go though 2nd, 3rd or 4th designs to fit our budget. Mike's wife Ingrid is a interior decorator whom he includes her designer services in his contract. She was a huge help with picking out finishes, cabinets, tile, paint colors etc.. There are so many item you have to select while building a home. We were also super happy with our allowances for those items. Almost all the allowances were right on track , except for the wonder tile design we did in our bathroom. There we used Devon tile which Mike and Ingrid were also able to get us discounts. When the job was completed they also were amazing with the followup and any punch list items which they took care of right away. If we were to ever do any work in the future we would definitely hire MJ Monahan again. I strongly recommend them for this type of work. Thanks again for a job well done Mr Monahan:) read more

I highly recommend Monahan Building to anyone looking for a custom home builder. You will appreciate Michael Monahan's craftsmanship and integrity. He was a pleasure to work with from the very beginning. Michael helped us work through many challenges we faced with approvals before we could build our custom home on our own land. We also had a condensed timeline for building due to a nature conservation requirement and they worked hard to ensure we could meet the aggressive timeline. He was patient and understanding with many design changes that we made along the way to ensure we got it right. Michael and his team worked with us to build the home that was perfect for our family. We love every aspect of our new home thanks to their attention to detail. Even after their work was complete, they have continued to provide support to us ensuring that we are fully satisfied and helping to resolve any questions or concerns along the way. Michael Monahan and his team has been excellent to work with throughout the entire process. Our family enjoyed the design and building phases immensely thanks to their team of qualified, knowledgeable and caring employees. read more

We had the pleasure of working with Michael Monahan from Monahan Design Build and his wife Ingrid from Ingrids Designs to build my dream home in Devon, Pennsylvania. They are a talented and professional team who delivered exceptional results on time and on budget. From the initial consultation to the final walkthrough, they were attentive, responsive, and creative. They listened to my vision and preferences, and offered valuable guidance and advice along the way. They also communicated with me regularly and kept me updated on the progress of the project. The quality of their work is outstanding. They used high-quality materials and craftsmanship, and paid attention to every detail. They also incorporated some unique and stylish features that made my home stand out from the rest. The design and layout of my home are functional and beautiful, and reflect my personality and lifestyle. I am very happy with the outcome of my custom home project. I would highly recommend Michael Monahan and Ingrid Monahan to anyone looking for a custom design build contractor and interior designer. They are the best in the business . read more

My husband and I recently had MJ Monahan Builders build our addition and completely renovated about 50 percent of our existing home. It was a great experience even though we lived though it. Mr Monahan was so gracious that when they took out our kitchen he set us up with a temporay kitchen in our dining room. Its included a counter , re-hooking up our dishwasher, microwave and a hot plate for cooking. This kitchen made our lives so much better though out the construction. The total we added was about 2000 sq.ft. Monahan was also our middle bid. The only change orders that were generated were the items that my husband and I added. There was no surprise up charges at all. The project took about 6 months from start to finish. Mike Monahan and his workman were super comfortable to have in our house. Mike and his workers were super comfortable to work with. Plus we have 3 small children around which that was super important as well. If your looking for a great builder for a addition and or renovation, I would definitely recommend Mike and his company. Bravo! Job well done!!! read more

We had a renovation and addition done on our used to be quaint 2400 sq.ft. home. We looked in to moving or building new and between the realestate taxes and the problems of possibly changing schools and neighborhoods that would effected the children aided in our division to stay and renovate/ add on. We pretty much doubled the size of our home and renovated the sq.ft. of the existing home. We are very happy with the end result. The process wasn't as difficult as I though it would have been. I definitely think that us hiring Monahan Buildes was the best thing we could have done. They weren't the cheapest bid and they weren't the highest bid. But at the end of the day you get what you pay for. My most favorite rooms in our home I would have to say is our kitchen and master bath and suite. I love my closet as well!!! I finally have somewhere to put my shoes :) We are very happy with Monahan and his people. read more

Last year we had a addition done by Mj Monahan Builders. We were supper happy with the the quality of the work . We were also very happy with how nice Mike Monahan and his crew were to work with. Mike and his wife who is an interior decorator was able to help us with every aspect of the job. They also have a great contacts for kitchen cabinets and granite. We got another bid on the cabinets that Mike got us pricing on that was over $80,000 and Mike was able to get us our cabinets for just above $20,000. The cabinets were also plywood box contraction, dove tail drawers, soft close drawers and doors. It was the same with the granite. The cost the of granite was $2500 and compared to another price of the same granite which was almost $8000. Im super happy with the quality of the work and even happier with the savings that Mike and his wife Ingrid were able to gain us. Bravo mr Monahan. Job well done. :):):) read more

We hired Mike Monahan and his company to put a large addition on our home this past year. Our home is about a 120 plus years old. We also winded up completely gutting the existing house which also had a lot of lead paint and knob and tube wiring. Through that process we also discovered asbestos everywhere which we definitely had to remove. Mr Monahan was extremely fair with these un foreseen conditions as well as wood rot in some walls. Our home now is our dream home that we will raise our 3 beautiful children in. I write this review as a way of thanks and appreciation for so a great job well done. Thank you Mr Monahan . Our family is extremely happy with our new old home :) Attached are pictures of my 3 favorite rooms in our home. read more

We used Monahan Builders to build our addition. About a year ago. We added approximately 2500 sq ft and renovated all of the existing sq ft which was about 2400. We added a kitchen great room, laundry, mushroom with cubbies, powder room and master bedroom suite . The entire project took about 6 months to complete. mike and his crew were wonderful to work with. The quality of the work was above reproach . Our moldings millwork cabinets and custom cabinets are out of this world. If someone is in need of a quality contractor I would definitely hire Mike Monahan. We are super happy and if we were to ever do another project we would hire them again in a second. Thank you so much to Mike and his team for a job well donet read more

Last year we hired Michael Monahan to build a large addition on our home. It turned out great. We were so happy with the whole process. Michael Monahan is an extremely nice and pleasant person to work with and his workers and subs are as well. His workers are very good at what they do and they like what they do. There was no smoking or load music on our job. A very friendly family environment. .So at the end of the day we are extremely happy with the quality of their product our home is amazing we love our home. We what we did originally want to move but now we're so glad we didn't move and that we stayed in and we have done this project with Monahan Building read more

Monahan Builders recently completed a addition on our home and we are so happy with the outcome. We added approximately 2300 sq ft to our home. The project involved completely gutting most of the existing house which is about 110 years old and adding a kitchen /great room, mudroom, study, master suite and master bath and upstairs laundry . The project took about 6 months to complete . Our project was done on time and on budget. Our family is now settled back in and we love our home and we love Mike Monahan and his team. This review is the least we can do to show our appreciation of a job well done read more

MJ Monahan did an awesome job on our master bedroom/bathroom addition. It was completed over 3 years ago and I have had ZERO problems. No leaks, no cracking of the ceiling or walls, no issues what so ever. His team was so nice to deal with - especially since we were living in the house while they worked, it's always nice to like the people that are spending that much time in your home! They were clean, professional, their workmanship was top notch, AND they finished on time. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them based on my experience. read more

This past year we hired Mike Monahan to design build our home. Mike, his wife Ingrid the interior designer and their architect Scott McIntryre were amazing to work with. They did such a wonderful job of designing and building our home. Their philosophy is to build the house from the inside out so you get exactly what you want. Every square foot of our home is what my husband and I dreamed of and now that's what we have. The icing on the cake is that we were on budget and on time. We are super happy and highly recommend them!! Jobwell done read more

Super job, We recently completed a large addition renovation to our home. Job went great. We added about 2600 sq.ft. and renovated the existing home which was about 2500 sq.ft. Our project took about 6 months. Were super happy with Mr Monahan and his crews. They also helped us find a architect and helped with the design and budget long before we started which was also a great help! Also Mike's wife is a interior decorators and she helped us with picking all the finishes which was great. They make a great team Job well done read more

Great company to work with. Our project was done on time and on budget. Michael Monahan was great to work with. Also his wife is a interior decorator.  They make a great team. The name of her company is Ingrids designs.  Also Monahan building is design build. We had our drawings lighting fast and the best thing was our addition was designed to our budget and they don't charge for the drawings . They even came back and took care of punch list items. Was a great experience and everyone was a pleasure to work with. read more